2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 120 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Explorer | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4644 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2651 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 3.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 55 L |
